Shortly before COP30 in Brazil, EU member states became entangled in disputes over climate targets, climate protection measures and international cooperation. There was no sign of this in Belém — partly because the EU had its back to the wall.
By Lukas Knigge
The GGA indicators were adopted in the face of fierce resistance and have the potential to trigger conflict in the future. A tripling of adaptation funding is coming, a roadmap for phasing out fossil fuels is not: Here are the most important results of COP30.
By Alexandra Endres, Lukas Knigge and Nico Beckert
Reactions to the outcome of COP30 vary widely: German Environment Minister Carsten Schneider has announced new “alliances” to phase out the use of fossil fuels. While long-time COP participants see progress, activists are disappointed.
By Nico Beckert
Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio “Lula” da Silva traveled back to Belém on Wednesday to provide a renewed impetus to negotiations at COP30. He met delegations and ministers throughout the day, which added momentum and delivered results.
By Lukas Knigge
The Paris Agreement has changed the global economy, but progress is too slow. COP30 in Belém should set three priorities: Expanding renewables, abandoning fossil fuels, protecting forests — and fairness in all areas.
By Laurence Tubiana
Turkey and Australia continue to compete for COP31, with Australia appearing to be the favorite. But a withdrawal is hardly an option for Turkey. If the two countries fail to reach an agreement, it could be Germany's turn again.
By Selin Ugurtas and Nico Beckert
The heads of state and government were supposed to come to the Climate Summit in New York with new climate pledges. Some have delivered, although not all of them. However, the big question remains as to what outcome will be worked towards at the COP30 in Belém.
By Lukas Knigge
There are investment announcements for renewable energies at New York Climate Week. UN climate chief Simon Stiell supports a new initiative to accelerate the decarbonization of industry and promotes more AI in climate action.
By Alexandra Endres
At the 80th UN General Assembly, climate policy will officially have to assert itself against other issues. But unofficially, work is underway on many construction sites ahead of the COP30.
By Bernhard Pötter
